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Client Guide

November 8, 2025

DAO Employment vs. Contributor Classification: IRS & Labor Law Guide

Misclassifying DAO contributors as contractors when they're employees triggers IRS penalties ($50-$1K per form), back payroll taxes, and labor law violations. This guide covers classification tests, token compensation taxation, and compliance frameworks.

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Thought Leadership

October 29, 2025

DeFi Protocol Legal Structure: LLC, Foundation, or Unincorporated DAO?

Choosing the right legal structure for your DeFi protocol determines liability exposure, tax treatment, and regulatory risk. Compare LLC, foundation, and DAO options with real examples (Uniswap, Compound, Lido) and cost estimates ($5K-$150K+).

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Case Study

February 15, 2025

DAO Liability After Lido: Why You Need a Legal Wrapper

The Lido DAO case confirmed unlimited personal liability for token holders and VCs operating without legal entity structures. Here's why 'decentralization' isn't a liability shield and which legal wrappers protect your personal assets.

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